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​Refurbished Computer and Digital Training Program

To do a good job, an artisan needs the best tools. The first step to shorten the digital divide is to provide information facilities to the resource-poor communities. After the computers are returned to ASUS foundation and refurbished, ASUS donates the used computers to the underprivileged who lack technological equipment through the ASUS Foundation's "Refurbished Computer Digital Training Program," which gives the used computers a new life by installing reusable components and software updates and expands the social impact of the reverse logistics of refurbished computer.

2023 marks the second consecutive year of promoting the "Indigenous Communities Digital Care" refurbished computer donation program. ASUS, in collaboration with the Institute for Information Industry (III) and IBM Taiwan, were committed to bridging the digital divide in indigenous communities by leveraging green technology and social-humanistic connections. ASUS donated 150 refurbished computers to Taiwu Township in Pingtung County and Shsmmsh Worship and Prayer Center, helping indigenous students and social welfare groups establish digital learning capability.

Mainland China

• ASUS e-Innovation Volunteer Actions: Since 2009, ASUS has joined hands with the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST) to launch the "Your Action, China’s Future" volunteer program to encourage university students to actively participate in social welfare and help rural farmers enjoy the convenience of digital life and the Internet through IT and Internet technologies, narrowing the digital gap between urban and rural areas and improving their living standards with knowledge and innovation. In the past 14 years, with this public service project, we have trained more than 70,000 college student volunteers, covered more than 32 key cities, 8,000 villages and communities, completed more than 50,000 IT science lectures, and built 1,096 ASUS Love Science libraries.
• Participation in Rogue Warriors (RW) Honor Of Kings Charity Event: During the Super Esports Cycle of the 2023 Honor Of Kings Spring Tournament Playoffs, the "RW Honor Of Kings" Club collaborated with WB and DRG to conduct a charity sale in the event area. The items sold included player merchandise, autographed photos, and event-themed hand-drawn memorabilia. The activity raised a total of RMB15,574.73 (approximately NT$ 510,506), which was donated to the Guardian Flower Buds Project to protect girls in mountainous regions.
• Sunflower Project - ASUS Lecturers in Schools: Starting in 2023, the "Sunflower Project" was launched. The ASUS lecturers independently developed over 10 courses covering topics such as technology, environmental protection, and the arts. These courses are taught in schools, aiming to broaden students’ horizons, enhance their cultural understanding, and improve their overall competencies to aid in youth development while also cultivating industry talent. So far, pilot programs have been completed in two schools, educating nearly a hundred students.

Philippines

Collaborating with the non-profit organization Communities Organized for Resource Allocation (CORA), dedicated to sustainability issues, ASUS initiated a three-phase environmental education program. This initiative aligns with ASUS' commitments to climate action and the circular economy, aiming to raise awareness and drive action among employees, partners, distributors, and consumers towards sustainability and plastic waste reduction.

• Phase 1: An employee knowledge-sharing event titled "ASUStainable Solution: Circular Economy Starts with Us." educated employees on plastic recycling and organized recycling activities.
• Phase 2: CORA Eco-Ikot Centers were installed in three ASUS retail stores, enabling the public to recycle plastic waste and bottles.
• Phase 3: In response to International Coastal Cleanup Day 2023, Zenbook S13 OLED ambassadors and CORA founder Antoinette Taus, along with volunteers including employees, media, and distributors, participated in beach cleanups. Recyclable materials were sorted and sent to CORA’s recycling partners, facilitating resource circulation.

Australia

• ASUS Australia has joined the NSW National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme to reduce environmental impact: Through participation in the NSW National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme, a total of 10.40 tonnes of discarded televisions, computers, printers, and computer products were recycled in 2023.
• Collaborating with Beyond Blue Australia to enhance public awareness of mental health: In collaboration with Beyond Blue Australia, efforts are made to educate and encourage the public to enhance their awareness of mental health. Volunteer services are also conducted, along with organizing internal corporate seminars, enabling employees to engage in advocacy activities.

Spain

• The theme of the 2nd ASUS Children's Drawing Competition is "Me and My Dreams," aiming to provide children aged 6-9 with an opportunity to reflect on their own dreams. The competition offers 10 laptops as prizes. Over the past two years, more than 500 children have participated.

India

ASUS made contributions to the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund 10,929,330 Rupees (approx. NT$ 4,310,099) for Indian National Humanitarian Relief and response to COVID-19.

* The Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) was established in 1948 by Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, originally to assist displaced persons from Pakistan. PMNRF's resources are now predominantly used to provide for medical assistance, immediate relief to the families of victims of natural disasters such as floods, hurricanes and earthquakes, as well as victims of major accidents and riots.

Indonesia

Donations were made to an orphanage on Batam Island to support its daily needs, aligning with ASUS’s Five Virtues and exemplifying its commitment to corporate social responsibility.

Colombia

Donation of refurbished computers to the FUN-HOGAR Foundation, serving underprivileged children, to improve education rights in rural areas of Colombia. This initiative aims to provide children with the opportunity to overcome poverty and vulnerability.